Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common work-related health problem in Europe. Combating MSDs requires action in the workplace. First and foremost, preventive measures must be taken. But for workers already suffering from MSDs, the challenge lies in preserving their employability, keeping them in work, and, if necessary, reintegrating them into the workplace. This “Return to Work” report from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work focuses on the retention, reintegration, and rehabilitation of workers with MSDs. It consists of two parts: a literature review on the effectiveness of work-related interventions and an overview of policy initiatives in Europe and internationally.
Published on 15/10/2007 by EU-OSHA
